Friday, 18 July
Like most clubs up here, Sandy Bay YC has an active junior program.
From the Town Wharf and Sandy Bay Yacht Club, it’s a short walk to The Red Skiff. Joyce seems to serve a hearty breakfast to half of Rockport, at least, even the Harbormaster. But the ample portions need to be worked off. On this day that meant a three-mile hike out Atlantic Avenue to Long Beach to feast the eye on ocean views along the way.
it’s not the Cliff Walk but the town footpath that follows the shore offers spectacular views to sea.
Some of the route is on a footpath the town developed for several stretches along the way. The rest winds up, down and over narrow roads through neighborhoods of homes, many built right on the granite outcroppings that define Rockport, each positioned to look out to the ocean.
The fist-sized rocks on Pebbly Beach “applaud” the surf as waves roll out.
The famous Motif #1 may be the most photographed site in New England.
There are two beaches popular with visitors and locals alike and a third, Pebbly Beach, understandably less so. Pebbly is worth a visit, though, just to hear the rocks “talk” with each wave that washes over them.
Back on board, there’s just time to clean up before making the meeting of the 1630 Club, dine at Ellen’s and enjoy the glow on the harbor cast by a setting sun.
It seems all roads lead to Rockport.
Friendly folks. Great food. Glorious views everywhere.
Yep. On a short list of favorite harbors, Rockport ranks as one of the top three.
No matter how you get here, it’s worth the trip.
Steadfast out.
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At Sea with Steadfast 
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